Kyocera FS-1800, 3800 Service Manual

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FS-1800/1800N/3800/3800N Series Combined Service Manual

C Kyocera Corporation 2000 All rights reserved. Export Edition

Notice

The information in thismanual is subject to change

w i t h o u t n o t i f i c a t i o n .

Additional pages may be

inserted in future editions. The

reader is asked to excuse any

technical inaccuracies or

typographical errors in the

present edition.

No responsibility is assumed

if accidents occur while the

service person is following the

instructions in this manual.

The contents of this manual

are protected by copyright. No

part of the manual may be

reproduced or copied by any

means without the permission

of the copyright holder.

Information

This equipment has been

tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class A*1/

Class B*2 digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCCRules . These l imits are

d e s i g n e d t o p r o v i d e

reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a

residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses,

a n d c a n r a d i a t e r a d i o

frequency energy and, if not

i n s t a l l e d a n d u s e d i n

a c c o r d a n c e w i t h t h e

instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio

communications. However,

there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in

a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or

television reception, which

can be determined by turning

the equipment off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to

correct the interference by one

or more of the following

measures.

Reorient or relocate the

receiving antenna.

Increase the separation

between the equipment and

receiver.Connect the equipment into an

outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver

is connected.Consult the dealer or an

e x p e r i e n c e d r a d i o / T V

technician for help.

Changes or modifications not

expressly approved by the

manufacturer for compliance

could void the users authority

to operate the equipment.

*1: FS-1800N/FS-3800N

*2: FS-1800/FS-3800

Impor tan t no t ice to

service person

Before attempting service on

the equipment, including

disassembling, reassembling,

t r o u b l e s h o o t i n g , a n d

adjustment, read this manual

carefully. During performing

service, use extreme care to

avoid possible electric shock

hazard, burn, and human

injuries. Make sure the printer

is not provided with any safety

facilities other than those

primarily intended for the

safety of users.


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Regarding Tradenames

PRESCRIBE is a registered trademark of Kyocera Corporation.

PRESCRIBE 2e, KPDL, and KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) are trademarks of Kyocera Corporation.

Diablo 630 is a product of Xerox Corporation.

IBM Proprinter X24E is a product of International Business Machines Corporation.

Epson LQ-850 is a product of Seiko Epson Corporation.

Hewlett-Packard, PCL, and PJL are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.

Centronics is a trade name of Centronics Data Computer Inc.

PostScript is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple computer, Inc.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

PowerPC and Micro-Drive are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

All other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.

This Kyocera page printer uses PeerlessPrintXL to provide the HP LaserJet compatible PCL6 language emulation.

PeerlessPrintXL is a trademark of The Peerless Group, Redondo Beach, CA 90278, U.S.A.

This product was developed using the Tornado Real Time Operating System and Tools from Wind River Systems.

Contains UFST and MicroType from Agfa Corporation.

Fine 1200 mode uses iRET image enhancement technology.

iRET is a trademark of Oak Technology, Inc.


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Conventions

Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used:

Italic letters refer related chapters or sections or documentations.

This symbol followed by WARNING denotes that the following paragraph(s) includes

precautions which, if ignored, could result in personal injury, and/or irrevocable

damage to the printer.

When followed by CAUTION this symbol denotes that the following paragraph(s)

include the precautions which, if ignored, could result in damage to the printer.


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About the chapters

Unless otherwise specified, the content of this manual apply to both printer models of Ecosys FS-

1800, FS-1800N, FS-3800 and FS-3800N.

The manual is comprised of the following chapters:

Chapter 1: Product Information

Chapter 2: Installation/Operation

Chapter 3: Maintenance/Adjustments

Chapter 4: Operation Overview

Chapter 5: Disassembly

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Diagrams

Appendix B: Status Page

Appendix C: Interface

Contents

Contents

Contents


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Chapter 1 P r o d u c t I n f o r m a t i o n


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Chapter 1 Contents

1-1 Printer specifications ...................................................................................................................... 1-3

1-1-1 Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 1-3

(1) Engine ....................................................................................................................................... 1-3

(2) Controller ................................................................................................................................... 1-4

(3) Weight and dimensions ............................................................................................................. 1-4

(4) Power requirements .................................................................................................................. 1-5

(5) Environmental requirements...................................................................................................... 1-5

1-1-2 Available option memory/device ................................................................................................ 1-6(1) Expansion memory (DIMM) ....................................................................................................... 1-6

(2) Memory card (CompactFlash) ................................................................................................... 1-7

(3) Hard disk (Microdrive) ............................................................................................................... 1-8

1-2 Names of parts ................................................................................................................................. 1-9

1-2-1 Names of parts .......................................................................................................................... 1-9

1-3 Safety information ......................................................................................................................... 1-10

1-3-1 Safety information .................................................................................................................... 1-10

(1) Laser safety ............................................................................................................................. 1-10

(2) Laser notice ............................................................................................................................. 1-10

(3) Laser caution label on the scanner unit ................................................................................... 1-10(4) CDRH regulations (U.S.A.) ...................................................................................................... 1-12

(5) Ozone concentration ............................................................................................................... 1-12

(6) FCC statement (U.S.A.)........................................................................................................... 1-12

a) For the FS-1800 and FS-3800 models ..................................................................................... 1-12

b) For the FS-1800N and FS-3800N models ................................................................................ 1-13

(7) Canadian Department of Communications compliance statement.......................................... 1-13

(8) Avis de conformit aux normes du ministre des Communications du Canada ..................... 1-13

(9) ISO 7779 ................................................................................................................................. 1-13

(10) CE marking directive ............................................................................................................. 1-14

(11) Declaration of conformity (Australia) ..................................................................................... 1-141-4 Environmental requirements ........................................................................................................ 1-15

1-4-1 Environmental conditions ........................................................................................................ 1-15

(1) Clearance ................................................................................................................................ 1-16

(2) Places to avoid ........................................................................................................................ 1-17

(3) Note on power ......................................................................................................................... 1-17

(4) Removing the printer ............................................................................................................... 1-18

1-5 About the toner container ............................................................................................................. 1-19

1-5-1 Toner container ....................................................................................................................... 1-19

(1) Toner container handling......................................................................................................... 1-19

(2) Toner container storage .......................................................................................................... 1-20


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1-1 Printer specifications

1-1-1 Specifications

(1) Engine

Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N

Print method

Print speed (when printing

multiple page)

Resolution

Smoothing

First print (A4 or letter, 23 C),

depends on input data

Warm-up time Standby:

(23 C ) Sleeping:

Maximum duty cycle (A4)

Machine life expectancy

Development

Laser

Main charger

Transferring

Separation

Drum cleaningDrum discharging

Fuser

Paper

Capacity of paper feed source

(80 g/m2 [0.11 mm thickness])

Capacity of output trays

(80 g/m2 [0.11 mm thickness])

Electrophotography laser scan

16 pages/min. (A4)

17 pages/min. (Letter)

Fine 1200 mode

Fast 1200 mode with KIR

600 dpi with KIR

300 dpi with KIR

KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement)

Approximately 17.5 seconds or

less

20 seconds or less

6.5 seconds or less

65,000 pages/month

300,000 pages of printing or

5 years(expandable to 900,000 pages

of printing using MK kits)

Mono component dry developer

Visible laser

Scorotron plus charging

Negative charger roller

Curvature separation

BladeEraser lamp (LED array)

Heat roller and press roller

Plain paper

Cassette: 500 sheets,

MP tray: 100 sheets

Face-up: 250 sheets,

Face-down: 250 sheets

24 pages/min. (A4)

25 pages/min. (Letter)

Approximately 9 seconds or less

35 seconds or less

35 seconds or less

100,000 pages/month


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Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800NMain unit (excluding Width:

protrusions) Height:

Depth:

Weight:

(2) Controller

(3) Weight and dimensions

Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N

CPU

System ROM

Font ROM

Main (Video) RAM

Maximum:

Slot:

DIMM size:

Memory card (Optional)

Hard disk (Optional)

Host interface Parallel:

Serial:

Network interface card:

(KUIO-LV [3.3 V])

Page description languageStandard emulation modes

PowerPC405GF/200MHz

4 MB Mask (or Flash) DIMM

2 MB

FS-1800 model: 8 MB

FS-1800N model: 24 MB

264 MB (Including main RAM)

2 DIMM slots

(A 16 MB DIMM is factory-

installed in one slot for FS-1800N.)

16, 32, 64, 128 MB

CompactFlash

Microdrive (340 MB)

High-speed, bidirectional

(IEEE1284)

RS-232C,

Maximum speed: 115.2 Kbps

10/100 Base-TX, type IB-21

(Standard with equipped FS-

1800N)

PrescribePCL6, Diab lo 630 , IBM

proprinter X24E, Epson LQ850,

Line printer, KPDL

34.5 cm (13-9/16 inches)

30.0 cm (11-13/16 inches)

39.0 cm (15-3/8 inches)

13 Kg (28-5/8 lb.)

PowerPC740/200MHz

FS-3800 model: 16 MB

FS-3800N model: 32 MB

272 MB (Including main RAM)

2 DIMM slots

(A 16 MB DIMM is factory-

installed in one slot for FS-3800N.)

10/100 Base-TX, type IB-21

(Standard with equipped FS-

3800N)


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Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N

Voltage/current US/Canada:

Europe/Asia:

Watts Average:

Maximum:

Standby (Ready):

Sleeping:

FS-3800 model: 499 W

FS-3800N model: 972 W

120 V AC model: 972 W

220 - 240 V AC model: 972 W



FS-3800 model: 14 WFS-3800N model: 16 W

(4) Power requirements

(5) Environmental requirements

120 V AC 10 %,

60 Hz 2 %/7.2 A

220 - 240 V AC 10 %,

50/60 Hz 2 %/3.6 A



120 V AC model: 961 W

220 - 240 V AC model: 961 W

FS-1800 model: 21 W


FS-1800 model: 14 WFS-1800N model: 15 W

Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N

Operating temperature and

humidity

Maximum altitude

Noise emission (Excluding

peaks, measured at 1 m from

printer, as per ISO7779)

10 to 32.5 C (50 to 90.5 F),

20 to 80 %RH

2,000 m (6,500 feet)

Maximum: 53 dB(A) ,

Standby: 35 dB(A)

Maximum: 57 dB(A) ,

Standby: 39 dB(A)


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1-1-2 Available option memory/device

(1) Expansion memory (DIMM)

The following memory DIMMs are available for use with the printer. For more information about

DIMM, refer to Section 2-2-4Expanding the memory (DIMM) on page 2-11.

NOTE Availability of the memory DIMMs, manufacturers, and specifications may

change without notice. No responsibility is assumed by Kyocera Mita with

respect to loss or damage caused by the use of these DIMMs.

Manufacturer Capacity Model

Melco Inc. 16 MB PM-HP-16M-KC

32 MB PM-HP-32M-KC64 MB PM-HP-64M-KC

128 MB PM-HP-128M-KC


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(2) Memory card (CompactFlash)

The following memory cards are available for use with the printer. Do not insert or remove a

memory card (CompactFlash) while power is on. If the memory card is removed while the printer

is on, damage could result in the printers electronics or the memory card. Refer to SectionInstalling

the option memory card (CompactFlash) on page 2-16.

NOTE Availability of the following memory cards (CompactFlash), manufacturers,

and specifications may change without notice. No responsibility is assumed by

kyocera Mita with respect to loss or damage caused by the use of these

memory card.


SanDisk 8 MB SDCFBS-8-101

16 MB SDCFBS-16-101

24 MB SDCFBS-24-101

32 MB SDCFBS-32-101

48 MB SDCFBS-48-101

64 MB SDCFBS-64-101

96 MB SDCFBS-96-101

Viking 4 MB CF4M

8 MB CF8M

12 MB CF12M

16 MB CF16M

24 MB CF24M

32 MB CF32M

48 MB CF48M

64 MB CF64M

80 MB CF80M

Kingston 8 MB CF/8

16 MB CF/16

24 MB CF/24

32 MB CF/32

48 MB CF/48

64 MB CF/64

96 MB CF/96


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(3) Hard disk (Microdrive)

The following hard disk is available for the printer:

IBM Microdrive 340 MB capacity type


DelkinDevices Inc. 8 MB DDCFFLS2-008

16 MB DDCFFLS2-016

24 MB DDCFFLS2-024

32 MB DDCFFLS2-032

48 MB DDCFFLS2-048

64 MB DDCFFLS2-064

96 MB DDCFFLS2-096

HITACHI 8 MB HB286008C4

16 MB HB286016C4

32 MB HB289032C4

48 MB HB289048C4

64 MB HB288064C5Transcend 4 MB TS4MFLASHCP

8 MB TS8MFLASHCP

16 MB TS16MFLASHCP

32 MB TS32MFLASHCP

SST 8 MB SST48CF008

16 MB SST48CF016

24 MB SST48CF024

32 MB SST48CF03248 MB SST48CF048

64 MB SST48CF064

96 MB SST48CF096

LEXAR Media 16 MB -

32 MB -

48 MB -

64 MB -

80 MB -


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Figure 1-2-1 Name of parts

1-2 Names of parts

1-2-1 Names of parts

1 Top cover

2 Toner container

3 Operator panel

4 Paper gauge

5 Paper cassette

6 Paper size window

7 Power switch

8 Paper size dial

9Waste toner bottle

0 Side cover

! Charger Cleaning knob

@ Paper stopper

# Face-down output tray

$Memory card slot

% Paper feed unit

^Paper feed unit release lever

&MP tray

* Rear cover

( AC inlet

1

0 !

9

87

%

&

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)

(

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2

3

6

^

54

) Parallel interface connector

Serial interface connector

Option unit connector

Network interface card *1

*1: Standard-installed with the FS-1800N/3800N

models (Normally covered with a cover plate)


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1-3 Safety information

1-3-1 Safety information

(1) Laser safetyThis printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human

Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to Radiation Control for Health and

Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation. Since

radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within protective housings and external

covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the printer during any phase of user operation.

(2) Laser notice

This printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter for

Class I (1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the

requirements of IEC 825.

(3) Laser caution label on the scanner unit

The laser scanner unit inside the printer has the following label affixed on its top. Observe the laser

radiation warning and figures when handling the laser scanner unit.


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WARNING Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those

specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Figure 1-3-1 Caution labels

FS-3800 US/Canada model

Laser radiation warning

FS-3800 Asian countries model FS-3800 Europe/Pacific model

This label is affixed atop of the laser scanner unit inside

the printer.


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(4) CDRH regulations (U.S.A.)

The Center of Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser

products manufactured after August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in

the United States. A label indicating compliance with the CDRH regulations must be attached to

laser products marketed in the United States.

(5) Ozone concentration

The printers generate ozone gas (O3) which may concentrate in the place of installation and cause

an unpleasant smell. To minimize concentration of ozone gas to less than 0.1 ppm, we recommend

you not to install the printer in a confined area where ventilation is blocked.

(6) FCC statement (U.S.A.)

a) For the FS-1800 and FS-3800 modelsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interferences to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void

the users authority to operate the equipment. Shielded circular cable should be used for interfacing

with the computer.


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Any modification without prior permission may cause harmful interference.

If any modification/change is introduced to this equipment without prior permission, Kyocera as

the manufacturer cannot guarantee compliance with FCC rules. To use equipment which does not

comply with FCC rules is prohibited. The printer may be optionally installed with the following

units:

Options conforming to the Class B limit

Sorter SO-60

Duplexer DU-60

Paper feeder PF-60

b) For the FS-1800N and FS-3800N models

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which

case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this

equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the users

authority to operate the equipment.

(7) Canadian Department of Communications compliance statement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

(8) Avis de conformit aux normes du ministre des Communications du Canada

Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

(9) ISO 7779

Maschinenlrminformationsverordnung 3. GSGV, 18.01.1991: Der hchste Schalldruckpegel betrgt

70 dB(A) oder weniger gem ISO 7779.


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(10) CE marking directive

According to Council Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC

declares that the product

Product name: Page printer

Model name: FS-1800/FS-3800/FS-1800N/FS-3800N (as tested with the enhancement optionalunit: PF-60, DU-60 and SO-60)

Conforms to the following product specifications.

EN 55 022:1998 Class B

EN 61 000-3-2:1995

EN 61 000-3-3:1995

EN 55 024:1998

EN 60 950:1992 (+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11)

EN 60 825-1:1994+A11

(11) Declaration of conformity (Australia)

declares that the product

Product number: Page printer

Model name: FS-1800/FS-3800/FS-1800N/FS-3800N (as tested with the enhancement optional

units: PF-60, DU-60 and SO-60)

Description of device: This page printer model FS-3800 is the 24 ppm (FS-1800 is the 16 ppm); A4

size and utilizes plain paper; laser; dry toner, etc. The printer can be equipped with several

enhancement optional units such as a paper feeder PF-60, a duplexer DU-60, a sorter SO-60, etc.

Ther printer conforms to the following product specifications:

AS/NZS 3548; 1995 (EN 55 022:1994 Class B)

IEC60950 (EN 60 950:1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11)

IEC60825-1 (EN 60 825-1:1994+A11)


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1-4 Environmental requirements

1-4-1 Environmental conditions

TheEnvironmental requirements section on page 1-5 should be observed to ensure the optimum

operation of the printer. The use of the printer in a location which does not satisfy the requirementsmay result in troubles and risk shortening its service life.

The printer will work best if it is installed in a location that is:

Level and well supported (Place the printer on a table or desk.)

Not exposed to sunlight or other bright light (not next to an uncurtained window). Do not place

the printer on an unstable cart, stand or table.

Near an AC wall outlet, preferably one that can be used for the printer alone. The outlet should

have a ground slot, or an adapter should be used. If you use an extension cord, the total length of

the power cord plus extension cord should be 17 feet or 5 meters or less.

Well ventilated, not too hot or cold, and not too damp or dry (See section Environmental

requirements on page 1-5). If you install the printer where the temperature or humidity is outside

the requirements in section Environmental requirements in chapter 1, the best print quality may

not be expected and there will be an increased chance of paper jams.

Provide a sufficient clearances around the printer to ensure ventilation and ease of access. (See

section Clearance on next page).


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(1) Clearance

Allow the necessary minimum clearance on all sides of the printer as below.

Figure 1-4-1 Clearances

1

2

3

4

5

Ref. Clearance Dimensions [Minimum]

1 Left 30 cm (11-13/16 inches)

2 Front 60 cm (23-5/8 inches)

3 Right 25 cm (9-7/8 inches)

4 Back 20 cm (7-7/8 inches)

5 Head room 30 cm (11-13/16 inches)


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(2) Places to avoid

Avoid installing the printer in locations exposed to:

Direct drafts of hot or cold air.

Direct drafts of outside air. (Avoid locations next to outside doors.)

Sudden temperature or humidity changes. Any source of high heat, such as a radiator or stove.

Excessive dust. Dust and smoke may cause contamination on the laser scanner window, causing

print quality problem.

Vibration.

Ammonia fumes or other harmful fumes. (In case of fumigating the room or saturate it with

insecticide, remove the printer first.)

Avoid greenhouse-like rooms. (Because of sunlight and humidity.)

Avoid enclosed spaces that block ventilation.

Avoid sites more than 6,500 feet or 2,000 meters above sea level.

(3) Note on power

Use only the power source voltage conforming to the printers rated power voltage. Do not use

other power sources.

Disconnect the printer from the power source before attempting removal or replacement of an

electrical component or a printed-circuit board.

The printer should not be connected to a power source until the instruction is given to do so

when performing tests described in this manual.

In connecting the printer power, exercise an extreme care in handling the power supply or any

other electric parts which may give an electric shock.

Before performing maintenance or repair, power from both the power source and the associated

peripheral devices (computer, sorter, etc.) should be disconnected, unless otherwise specified.

To avoid possible electrical shock, extreme caution must be exercised in handling the power

cord and any other electrical part.

An easily accessible socket outlet must be provided near the equipment.

WARNING As the disconnect device is not incorporated in the printers AC primary

circuit, an easily accessible socket outlet must be provided near the equipment.


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(4) Removing the printer

Observe the following precautions in removal and transportation of the printer.

Be sure to repack the printer in its original carton.

Do not leave the printer, toner container, process unit and other printer modules inside a vehicle

if the outdoor temperature is more than 25 C. As unexpectedly high temperature may develop

inside when a vehicle is parked for a long period of time, the drum, toner container, process unit

and the supplies should be removed from the vehicle. The vehicle during transportation should

be parked in the shade or with the window open to allow minimum air circulation or the adequate

air conditioning should be made.

Should the printer be left in a vehicle, it may not be exposed to the temperature change of more

than 7 C within 30 minutes.

Before removing the printer to a warm place, wrap it in a blanket, etc., before crating it. Allow

approximately two to three hours after having moved after uncrated. Failure to observe the

above may result in moisture condensation which will affect the performance of the printer.


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1-5 About the toner container

1-5-1 Toner container

The printer should use a Kyocera TK-60/TK-60E toner kit. To ensure the high print quality andlong service life, the following handling precautions should apply:

CAUTION As the Ecosys printers are designed to ensure the optimum print quality when

used with Kyoceras proprietary toner, Kyocera do not recommend to use any

refilled toner containers that may be available commercially. This is because

Kyocera have no means of control over how such refilled toner could affect the

print quality and the reliability of the printer.

(1) Toner container handling

To loosen and mix the toner inside before use, with the label side down, thoroughly shake the toner

container1 (in the direction of the arrows) ten times or more.

Figure 1-5-1 Toner container handling

CAUTION The toner container is not designed for disassembly or refilling. Do not attempt

to disassemble or refill the toner container.

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(2) Toner container storage

The toner contained in the container is susceptible to temperature and humidity. To ensure the high

print quality, store the toner container in a place that satisfies the following environmental conditions:

Temperature: 20 to 40 C (4 to 104 F)

Humidity: 15 to 90 % RH

NOTE If the toner container is removed from the printers developer, put it in a

protective bag and keep it in a dark place.

CAUTION If the printer is shipped for return, etc., do not ship it with the toner container

installed. Remove the toner container from the developer and put in a plastic

bag and seal the plastic bag. Otherwise, toner may leak and contamination may

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Chapter 2 Contents

2-1 Unpacking ......................................................................................................................................... 2-3

2-1-1 Unpacking and inspection ......................................................................................................... 2-3

2-2 Installing the printer ........................................................................................................................ 2-5

2-2-1 Installing the toner container ..................................................................................................... 2-5

Removing the toner container......................................................................................................... 2-7

2-2-2 Installing the waste toner bottle ................................................................................................. 2-8

Removing the waste toner bottle .................................................................................................... 2-9

2-2-3 Developer initialization (automatic).......................................................................................... 2-102-2-4 Expanding the memory (DIMM) ............................................................................................... 2-11

(1) Minimum memory requirements .............................................................................................. 2-11

(2) DIMM specifications ................................................................................................................ 2-11

(3) Notes on handling DIMM ......................................................................................................... 2-12

(4) Installing the DIMM .................................................................................................................. 2-13

(5) Testing the expansion memory ............................................................................................... 2-14

(6) Installing the option hard disk (Microdrive) .............................................................................. 2-15

(7) Installing the option memory card (CompactFlash) ................................................................. 2-16

(8) Installing the option network interface card ............................................................................. 2-17

2-3 Using the operator panel ............................................................................................................... 2-182-3-1 Operator panel ......................................................................................................................... 2-18

(1) Indicators and keys.................................................................................................................. 2-18

(2) Interface indicator .................................................................................................................... 2-20

(3) Paper size indicator ................................................................................................................. 2-20

(4) Paper type Indicator ................................................................................................................ 2-21

(5) Message display ...................................................................................................................... 2-22

2-3-2 Menu selection system ............................................................................................................ 2-23

(1) Menu selection and sequence ................................................................................................. 2-23


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2-1 Unpacking

2-1-1 Unpacking and inspection

The printer package should contain the items as shown in the figure below. After unpacking, remove

the printer and all the accessories from the package.

For unpacking, place the box containing the printer on a flat, stable surface. Remove the manuals,

toner kit, and other items located on top of the spacer. Then remove the spacer. Carefully remove

the printer. Obtain help from other persons if necessary.

For the FS-1800N/3800N, the CD-ROM (Network library) and the manual for the network interface

card are shipped together with the components listed below.

Figure 2-1-1 Unpacking

1 Printer

2 Toner container

3Waste toner bottle

4 Power cord

5 Installation manual

6 Kyocera digital library CD-ROM

7 Plastic bag

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1 Printer

2 Toner container

3Waste toner bottle4 Power cord

5 Installation manual

6 Kyocera digital library CD-ROM

7 Plastic bag

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5 6 7

Figure 2-1-2 List of shipped components


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2-2 Installing the printer

Installing the printer requires several steps. Proceed as follows in sequence.

2-2-1 Installing the toner container

1. Open the top cover all the way.

2. Take toner container1 from the bag. With the label side down and pivoting on the middle of

the container, thoroughly shake the toner container (in the direction of the arrows) ten times or

more to loosen and mix the toner inside.

Figure 2-2-1 Shake the toner container

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3. Carefully remove the protective seal2.

Figure 2-2-2 Removing the protective seal

4. Install the toner container2 into the printer.

5. Push firmly on the top of the toner container2 at the positions marked [PUSH HERE].

Figure 2-2-3 Installing the toner container

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Removing the toner container

To remove the toner container, pull the lock lever (green colored) 1 and gently lift the toner

container.

NOTE Do not remove the toner container unless you need to do so for servicing, etc.

Figure- 2-2-4 Removing the toner container

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2-2-2 Installing the waste toner bottle

The waste toner bottle must be installed in the printer. It must be properly fitted inside the left side

cover as explained below.

1. Open the cap1 of the waste toner bottle2.

2. Open the side cover3 and install the waste toner bottle2 so that it is properly seated in the

area under the drum unit.

3. Close the side cover3.

Figure 2-2-5 Installing the waste toner bottle

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1

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Removing the waste toner bottle

To remove the waste toner bottle1, while holding the waste toner bottle1, press the lock lever

2 aside, then gently remove the waste toner bottle1 sideways.

NOTE Do not remove the waste toner bottle unless you need to do so for service, etc.

Figure 2-2-6 Removing the waste toner bottle


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2-2-3 Developer initialization (automatic)

The printer is shipped from the factory with no toner installed in the developer. In order for the

printer to be operable, the developer must be filled with a sufficient amount of toner necessary to

continuously support print jobs. This is called developer initialization and automatically executed

when the printer is turned on for the first time. Developer initialization takes up to 15 minutes for

the original developers (DV-60 for the FS-1800 and DV-61 for the FS-3800) or 8 minutes for the

service developer (DV-62 for both models).

NOTE Do not turn printer power off during the developer is initialized. If the printer is

switched off in the middle of developer initialization, even after the printer is

switch on again, the printer will not automatically resumes developer

initialization. Should this be the case, enforce the printer to resume developer

initialization in the following manner:

1. While the printer is turned off, press and hold the GO and CANCEL keys.

2. Turn printer power on.

3. Let go off of the GO and CANCEL keys for more than 5 seconds.

Developer initialization resumes for the rest of the required total time.

4. Wait until the READY indicator is lit and the message display indicates Ready.

5. Make a test print by printing a status page. To print a test page, proceed as follows;

1Press the MENU key on the printer.2Press the key or key repeatedly until the message display shows Print Status

Page.

3Press the ENTER key twice.6. If the status page is printed satisfactorily, setup is complete. If not, investigate whether all step

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2-2-4 Expanding the memory (DIMM)

The FS-1800/1800N comes standard-equipped with 8 MB of main memory; the FS-3800/3800N

comes with 16 MB of memory. The FS-1800/1800N can be expanded up to the maximum of 264

MB (8 MB + 256 MB), and the FS-3800/3800N can be expanded up to the maximum of 272 MB

(16 MB + 256 MB). For all models, expansion should be done using optional DIMMs (Dual In-

line Memory Module).

(1) Minimum memory requirements

Resolution

Printing environment 300 dpi 600 dpi 1200 dpi

Fast mode Fine mode

PCL6, duplex mode = None 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB

PCL6, duplex mode = On 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 12 MBKPDL, duplex mode = None 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 8 MB

KPDL, duplex mode = On 8 MB 8 MB 12 MB 12 MB

PCL6/KPDL resource protection, - 10 MB 10 MB 10 MB

duplex mode = None

PCL6/KPDL resource protection, - 14 MB 14 MB 14 MB

duplex mode = ON

(2) DIMM specifications

Item Specification

Memory size in MB 16, 32, 64, 128 MB

Number of pins 100 pins

Access speed 66 MHz

Parity None

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(3) Notes on handling DIMM

Before proceeding to install DIMM, to protect the main board and DIMMs, read the following

notes:

NOTE Before touching a DIMM, touch a water pipe or other large metal object to

discharge yourself of static electricity.

While doing the work, it is recommended that you wear an antistatic wrist

strap.

Touch the main board and DIMM only by the edges, not in the middle.

Figure 2-2-7 Handling DIMM


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(4) Installing the DIMM

The main board of the printer is equipped with two sockets for installing extra DIMMs.

NOTE A 16 MB DIMM is already installed in one socket for FS-1800N/3800N models.

CAUTION Be sure that no foreign objects such as metal chips or liquid get inside the

printer during installing DIMMs. Operation of the printer during the presence

of a foreign substance may lead to fire or electric shock.

WARNING Before proceeding installation, turn the printers power switch off. Unplug the

printers power cable and disconnect the printer from the computer or the

network.

1. Turn the power switch off.

2. Remove the memory card (CompactFlash) that may be inserted in the memory card slot1 at

the left side of the printer.

3. Remove the main board2 by removing the two (plated) screws3.

4. Pull the main board2 all the way out of the printer.

Figure 2-2-8 Removing the main board

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5. Open the clips4 on both ends of the DIMM socket5.

6. Insert the DIMM6 into the DIMM socket5 so that the notches on the DIMM align with the

corresponding protrusions in the slot.

Figure 2-2-10 Inserting the DIMM (2)

(5) Testing the expansion memory

To test the expansion memory, turn printer power on and print a status page. If the installation has

been successful, the Available Memory item of the status page will show the expanded memory

size corresponding to the amount of memory added.

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4

Figure 2-2-9 Inserting the DIMM (1)

7. Close the clips4 on the DIMM socket5 to secure the DIMM6.

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(6) Installing the option hard disk (Microdrive)

The main board of the printer is equipped with a socket for the hard disk (Microdrive). If the hard

disk is installed in the printer, received data can be rasterized and stored on this hard disk. This

enables high-speed printing of multiple copies using an electronic sort function. Also, by using the

quick copy job function or private/stored job function, desired documents can be printed at any

later time. For details of these functions, refer to the printers Users Manual.

CAUTION Take precautions that no foreign objects such as metal chips or liquid get inside

the printer during the installation process. Operation of the printer during the

presence of a foreign objects may lead to fire or electric shock.

WARNING Turn the printers power switch off. Unplug the printers power cable and

disconnect the printer from the computer or the network.


2. Remove the main board1 from the printer. (See step 2 to 4, on page 2-13.)

3. Install the hard disk2 to the hard disk slot3.

Figure 2-2-11 Installing the option hard disk

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(7) Installing the option memory card (CompactFlash)

CAUTION Do not insert or remove a memory card (CompactFlash) while power is on. If

the memory card is removed while the printer is on, damage could result in the

printers electronics or the memory card.


2. Insert the memory card1 in the memory card slot2 at the right bottom of the printer. Insert it

face up, connector end first. Push it in all the way.

Figure 2-2-12 Installing the option memory card

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(8) Installing the option network interface card

The main board of the printer is equipped with a network interface card slot (KUIO-LV type, 3.3

V). The FS-1800N and FS-3800N have a network interface card IB-21 already installed at the

factory.

CAUTION Be sure that no foreign object such as metal chips or liquid get inside the

printer during the installation process. Operation of the printer during the

presence of a foreign object may lead to fire or electric shock.

WARNING Turn the printers power switch off. Unplug the printers power cable and

disconnect the printer from the computer.


2. Remove the two screws1 then remove the option interface card slot cover2.

3. Insert the network interface card3 to the option interface card slot4.

4. Fix the network interface card3 by two screws1.

5. Connect the network cable5 to the network interface card3.

6. Set the network address from the printer operator panel. (Refer to the printers Users Manual)

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3

2

4

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Figure 2-2-13 Installing the option network interface card


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2-3 Using the operator panel

This section provides explanation on how to use the printers operator panel.

For details on operating the printer, refer to the printers Users Manual.

2-3-1 Operator panel

The printers operator panel has the following indicators, keys and message display. Note that

adjustments made using these keys may be overridden by those made from within the application

software.

Figure 2-3-1 Operator panel

(1) Indicators and keys

1 2 3 4

5 6 8 !

9 7 0

$ # @

Message display

Indicator Condition Description1READY indicator

2DATA indicator

3ATTENTIONindicator

Flashing

Lit

Off

Flashing

Lit

Flashing

Lit

Off

An error has occurred that the user can clear.

The printer is on-line and ready to print.

The printer is off-line. The printers stores but does not

print received data. This is also indicates when printing

is automatically stopped due to the occurrence of an error.

Data transfer between the printer and the computer is

taking place.

Either data is being processed, or data is being writtenonto the option CompactFlash or Microdrive.

The printer needs maintenance attention or the printer is

warming up (Please wait).

A problem or an error has occurred that the user can

clear, for example, paper jam.

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Key Function

4GO key

5CANCEL key

6MENU key

7 key

8 key

9key ( key)

!ENTER key

Switches the printer on-line and off-line.

Prints and feed out one page.

Cancels a printing job.

To cancel a print job, proceed as follows:

1. Check the message Processing is displayed in the message

display.

2. Press the CANCEL key.

3. The message Print Cancel?will appear in the message display

and the interface to be canceled will be displayed.

Parallel

Serial

Option (appears only when an [option] network interface card is

installed)

Press the CANCEL key again if you wish to stop the cancellation of

printing.

4. Selecting the interface to cancel using the or key. Then press

the ENTER key. Printing from the interface selected will be stopped.

The Cancelling data message appears in the message display

and printing stops after the printer finishes printing the current page.

Resets numeric values, or cancels a setting procedure.

Stops the sound alarm that indicates the occurrence of an error. Enter menu mode

When pressed during menu selection, terminates the setting and returns

to the Ready condition.

Lets you access the desired item or enter numeric values. In some of the

control procedures, the < and > keys are used to enter or exit the sub items.

Enables access to the desired item or entering of numeric values. In some

of the control procedures, the < and > keys are used to enter or exit the sub

items.

Used as the < key in the menu selection.

Used as the > key in the menu selection.

Displays on-line help messages on the message display when paper jam

occur. When pressed in the Ready condition, displays on-line help

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(2) Interface indicator

The INTERFACE indicator$ shows which of the printer's interfaces is currently active. It uses

the following abbreviations:

Message Meaning

--- No interface is currently usedPAR Standard bidirectional parallel interface

SER Serial interface (RS-232C)

OPT [Option] network interface card

Message Paper size

A4 ISO A4 (21 29.7 cm)

DL ISO DL (11 22 cm) *

A5 ISO A5 (14.8 21 cm)

C5 ISO C5 (16.2 22.9 cm) *

A6 ISO A6 (10.5 14.8 cm) *

b5 ISO B5 (17.6 25 cm) *

B5 JIS B5 (18.2 25.6 cm)

EX Executive (7-1/4 10-1/2 inches) *

B6 JIS B6 (12.8 18.2 cm) *

#6 Commercial 6-3/4 (3-5/8 6-1/2 inches) *

LT Letter (8-1/2 11 inches)

#9 Commercial 9 (3-7/8 8-7/8 inches) *

LG Legal (8-1/2 14 inches)

HA Japanese postcard (10 14.8 cm) *

MO Monarch (3-7/8 7-1/2 inches) *

OH Return postcard (20 14.8 cm) *

BU Business (4-1/8 inches) *

CU Custom size (14.8 21 cm to 21.6 35.6 cm)

* with only the MP tray feeding

The PAR , SER , or OPT indicator flashes when the printer is receiving data and remains indicated

for the duration of the interface time-out time.

(3) Paper size indicator

The SIZE indicator# indicates the size of the current paper cassette. Default is Letter size for the

U.S.A. and A4 for European countrie. While the printer is Processing data to print, the SIZE indicator

switches to indicate the paper size selected by the application software.

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Message Paper type

(none) Auto

ROUGH Rough

PLAIN Plain

LETTERHEA Letterhead

TRNSPRNCY Transparency*

COLOR Color

PREPRINTE Preprinted

PREPUNCH Prepunched

LABELS Labels*ENVELOPE Envelope*

BOND Bond

CARDSTOCK Cardstock*

RECYCLED Recycled

CUSTOM1(to 8) Custom 1 (to 8)

VELLUM Vellum*

* with only the MP tray feeding

(4) Paper type Indicator

The TYPE indicator@ indicates paper types. The following abbreviations are used to indicate

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(5) Message display

The message display gives information in the form of short messages. The six messages listed

below are displayed during normal warm-up and printing. Other messages appear when the printer

needs the operator's attention as explained in Chapter 6 Troubleshooting.

Message Meaning

Self test

Please wait

Ready

Processing

Waiting

Sleeping

Cancelling data

FormFeed Time Out

The printer is self-testing after power-up.

The printer is warming up and is not ready. When the printer is

switched on the first time after the toner container is installed,

(Adding toner) also appears.

The printer is ready to print.

The printer is receiving data, generating graphics, reading an memory

card (CompactFlash)/hard disk (Microdrive), or printing.

The printer is waiting for a command that says the job is over before

printing the last page. Pressing the GO key allows you to obtain the

last page immediately.

The printer is in Sleep mode. The printer wakes from Sleep mode

whenever a key on the operator panel is pressed, the cover is opened

or closed, or data is received. The printer then warms up and goes

on-line. (The time that it takes the printer to enter Sleep mode depends

on the Sleep Timer setting.)Data inside the printer is being canceled.

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2-3-2 Menu selection system

The MENU key on the operator panel allows you to use the menu selection system to set or change

the printer environment such as the paper source, emulation, etc. Settings can be made when Ready

is indicated on the printer message display. The printer obeys the most recently received printer

settings sent from the application software, or from the printer driver, which take priority over

operator panel settings.

(1) Menu selection and sequence

The following is the hierarchy diagram of the menu selection system of the printer.

>Private/Stored

>Print VMB Data

>Parallel I/F

Nibble (high)

>Parallel I/F

Auto

>Parallel I/F

Normal

>Parallel I/F

High Speed

>Quick Copy

>Data Bits

8

>Stop Bits

1

>Parity

None

>Protocol

DTR (pos.)&XON

>NetWare

Off

>Barcode Mode

Off

>NetWare >

On

>TCP/IP

Off

>TCP/IP >

On

>Ether Talk

Off

>OPT. StatusPage

Off

>Bau rate

9600

>>NetWare Frame

Auto

>>DHCP

Off

>>IP Address

>>Subnet Mask

>>Gateway

Ready

PAR A4 PLAIN

Print

Menu Map

Print

Status Page

e-MPS >

>>Quick Copy

>>Temp.Code JOB

Size

>>Perm.Code JOB

Size

>>VMB Size

>List of VMB

>List of

Code JOB

>e-MPS >

Configuration

Inter face >Parallel

Interface >

Serial

Interface >

Option

These items will notshow unless the printeris installed with theapplicable option unit.

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>Code set

ISO-6 ASCII

>Alt. Emulation

PCL 6

>Code set

IBM US

>Code set

IBM US

Font >

Option

>Courier

Dark

>Courier

Regular

>Letter Gothic

Regular

>Letter Gothic

Dark

> I000

>Size

012.00 point(s)

>Pitch

10.00 cpi

>List of Fonts

>Print KPDL errs

Off

>Print KPDL errs

OnEmulation >

IBM Proprinter

Emulation >

Line printer

>Code set

DIABLO US

Emulation >

DIABLO 630

>Code set

LQ US

Emulation >

EPSON LQ-850

Font >

Internal

>Courier

Dark

>Courier

Regular

>Letter Gothic

Regular

>Letter Gothic

Dark

> I000

>Size

012.00 point(s)

>Pitch

10.00 cpi

>List of Fonts

>Copies

001

>Orientation

Portrait

>Orientation

Landscape

>Page Protect

Auto

>Page Protect

On

>LF Action

LF only

>LF Action

CR and LF

>LF Action

Ignore LF

>CR Action

LF only

>CR Action

CR and LF

>CR Action

Ignore CR

>Wide A4

Off

>Wide A4

On

Emulation >

PCL 6

Emulation >

KPDL

Emulation >

KPDL (AUTO)

>Print KPDL errs

Off

>Print KPDL errs

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>KIR Mode

On

>KIR ModeOff

>Ecoprint Mode

Off

>Ecoprint Mode

On

>Resolution

Fast 1200 mode

>Resolution

Fine 1200 mode

>Resolution

300 dpi

>Resolution

600 dpi

>Print Density

03

>Read Data

>List of

Partitions

>Read Data

>Write Data

>Delete Data

>List of

Partitions

>RAM Disk Size

>Read Data

>Write Data

>Delete Data

>List of

Partitions

Print Quality >

Opt. ROM >

Hard Disk >

RAM Disk Mode

Off

RAM Disk Mode

On

>Read Fonts

>Read Data

>Write Data

>Delete Data

>List of

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>Total Print

>Form Feed

Time Out 030sec.

>Sleep Timer >

005 min.

>Print HEX-DUMP

>Printer Reset

>Resource prot.

Off

>Resource prot.

Permanent

>Resource prot.

Perm / Temp

>Buzzer

On

>Buzzer

Off

>Auto Continue

Mode On

>Auto Continue

Mode Off

>New Toner

Installed

>Service >

>>Print

Status Page

>>Sleep Mode

On

>>Auto Continue

Timer 000sec.

>>Sleep Mode

Off

>>Toner ID

>>Developer

>>Drum

LIFE Counters >

Others >

>MP Tray Mode

First

>MP Tray Size

A4 or Letter

>MP Tray TypePlain

>EF Size

DL or Business

>EF Type

Plain

>BulkFeeder Size

>BulkFeeder Type

Plain

>Cassette Size >

>Duplex ModeNone

>Stack Select

Face-down tray

>Opt.StackerMode

Sorter

>Override A4/LT

Off

>Feed Select

Cassette

>Override A4/LT

On

>Type Adjust >

Custom 1

>Reset Type

Adjust

>>Unit

mm

>>Paper weight

Normal

>>Paper weight

Heavy (Thick)

>>Paper weight

Light (Thin)

>>Duplex Path

Disable

>>Duplex Path

Enable

>>Unit

inch

>>X Dimension

>>Y Dimension

Paper Handling >

>Cassette Type

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Chapter 3 Contents

3-1 Maintenance/Adjustments .............................................................................................................. 3-3

3-1-1 Life expectancy of modules ....................................................................................................... 3-3

3-1-2 Toner container ......................................................................................................................... 3-4

(1) When to replace the toner container ......................................................................................... 3-4

(2) Notes on changing the toner container...................................................................................... 3-4

(3) Toner container replacement..................................................................................................... 3-5

(4) Toner saver mode (EcoPrint) .................................................................................................... 3-6

(5) Replacing the waste toner bottle ............................................................................................... 3-73-1-3 Cleaning the printer ................................................................................................................... 3-8

(1) Main charger unit ....................................................................................................................... 3-8

(2) Cleaning the main charger wire and grid ................................................................................... 3-9

Main charger wire ........................................................................................................................... 3-9

Grid ............................................................................................................................................... 3-10

(3) Paper feed unit ........................................................................................................................ 3-12

(4) Replacing the developer .......................................................................................................... 3-13

Shipping the developer ................................................................................................................. 3-13

(5) Developer initialization (Toner install mode)............................................................................ 3-14

(6) Developer refreshing mode ..................................................................................................... 3-15(7) Drum cleaning mode ............................................................................................................... 3-16

3-1-4 Updating the firmware ............................................................................................................. 3-17

(1) Firmware program data format ................................................................................................ 3-18

(2) Downloading the engine and controller firmware .................................................................... 3-18

From the parallel interface ............................................................................................................ 3-18

From the memory card (CompactFlash) ....................................................................................... 3-20

(3) Downloading operator panel message data ............................................................................ 3-21

(4) Downloading errors ................................................................................................................. 3-22


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3-1 Maintenance/Adjustments

3-1-1 Life expectancy of modules

The table below shows the nominal life expectancy for modules. Detailed part information for each

module (except toner containers) can be found in the separate Parts Catalog.

Table 3-1-1 Life expectancy of modules

Model

Module FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N Nominal life (pages)

Toner container*1 TK-60 20,000

TK-60E 10,000

Drum unit DK-60 DK-61 300,000

Developer DV-60 DV-61 300,000

DV-62 300,000

Fuser unit FK-60*3 FK-61*3 300,000

Main charger unit FE-60 FE-61 300,000

Refurbishment kit*2 MK-60 MK-61 300,000

*1: User-replaceable

*2: Includes DK, DV, and FK kits and a feed-transfer unit.

*3: Each FK kits have two voltage type for 120 V AC and 220 - 240 VAC.


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3-1-2 Toner container

Assuming an average toner coverage of 5 % withEcoPrintmode turned off, the toner container

TK-60 will need replacing approximately once every 20,000 pages; the toner container TK-60E,

approximately once every 10,000 pages.

Kit Life in pages

TK-60 20,000

TK-60E 10,000

Based on letter or A4 size paper; average print coverage of 5 %

Table 3-1-2 Toner container

NOTE A new printer in which a toner kit TK-60 is installed for the first time, the

number of copies that can be printed will be limited to approximately 10,000

pages.

(1) When to replace the toner container

When the printer runs low on toner, Toner low TK-60 display and ATTENTION indicator lit

on the operation panel. Be sure to promptly replace the toner container and clean the inside of the

printer when this message appears.

If the printer stops printing while Replace toner TK-60 is display, replace the toner container

to continue printing.

(2) Notes on changing the toner container

Observe the following cautions when replacing the toner container:

Do not attempt to disassemble the old toner.

Do not attempt to reuse the waste toner inside.

Keep magnetic media such as floppy disks away from the toner container.

Be sure to clean the parts as instructed in section 3-1-1 Cleaning the printeron page 3-8 at the

same timing of replacing toner container.

Use of the Kyocera toner kit TK-60/TK-60E is highly recommended for the optimum operation

of the printer.


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(3) Toner container replacement

To replace the toner container, open the top cover. Pull the lock lever1 to the right and gently lift

the old container2.

Figure 3-1-1 Removing the old toner container

1

2


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Put the old toner container in the supplied plastic bag3 and dispose of it.

Figure 3-1-2 Disposal of the old toner container

NOTE Although the toner container is made from non-harmful, flammable material,

be sure to dispose of it according to laws and regulations.

See also the instructions provided in chapter 2,Installing the toner containeron page 2-5 to complete

installation of the new toner container.

(4) Toner saver mode (EcoPrint)

TheEcoPrintenables to reduce the amount of toner consumed on the page so as to save printing

costs by drastically extending the toner container life.EcoPrintmode is factory-set to off and

turned on by using the menu system of the printer operator panel. For details, see the printers

Users Manual.

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(5) Replacing the waste toner bottle

Note that the printer has a sensor to monitor the presence of the waste toner bottle. The printer does

not operate without a waste toner bottle installed.

For the reference, the waste toner bottle can hold up to 100 g of waste toner. The nominal amount

of waste toner derived after 10,000 pages of printing is 20 to 30 g (Letter or A4 size paper; averageprint coverage of 5 %).

Open the side cover. While holding old the waste toner bottle 1, press the lock lever2 in the

right ward direction. Then gently pull out the waste toner bottle1. Close the cap3 of waste toner

bottle1 after removing from the printer. To avoid toner spilling, place the capped waste toner

bottle1 in the plastic bag4 supplied before forwarding to proper disposal.

Locate the new waste toner bottle in the toner kit, and install it in the printer according to section 2-

2-2Installing the waste toner bottle on page 2-8.

Figure 3-1-3 Removing the old waste toner bottle

1

4

3

2


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3-1-3 Cleaning the printer

To avoid print quality problems, the following printer parts must be cleaned with every toner container

replacement.

(1) Main charger unit

The main charger unit should be cleaned in its two parts, the main charger wire and grid (See figure

below.) whenever the toner container is changed. Cleaning of the main charger can be done without

needing any tools thanks to its self-cleaning system.

Figure 3-1-4 Main charger unit

Grid

Main charger wire

Cleaning pad

ShieldCleanig knob


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(2) Cleaning the main charger wire and grid

Main charger wire

1. Open the side cover1.

2. Pull the cleaning knob (green colored)2 slowly in and out a few times.

NOTE Cleaning knob pulls a cleaning pad inside the drum unit along the main charger wire.

Figure 3-1-5 Cleaning the main charger wire

2

1


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Grid

1. Take the grid cleaner1 from protective bag2 in the new toner kit and remove the cap3.

NOTE The grid cleaner pad is impregnated with water. Perform the following

cleaning procedure before the pad dries.

Figure 3-1-6 Grid cleaner

2. Attach the grid cleaner1 to the drum unit3 with the pad uppermost as shown in the diagram.

Figure 3-1-7 Attaching the grid cleaner

1

3

2

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Figure 3-1-8 Cleaning the grid

4. Remove the grid cleaner from the printer and dispose of it. The grid cleaner is not reusable.

3. After attaching the grid cleaner, repeat the action of slowly pulling out and then pushing back in

the main charger unit at least 5 times. It is easier to pull out the main charger with its front end

raised slightly as shown in the figure. The grid part underneath the main charger is cleaned by

the wet pad of the grid cleaner.


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(3) Paper feed unit

To avoid print quality problems due to paper dust and debris, clean the paper feed unit in the

following manner:

Pull the paper feed unit release lever1 up and draw the paper feed unit all the way out until it

stops. Wipe the paper dust on the upper registration roller2 and the paper ramp3 using the

wiper cloth4 included in the toner kit.

CAUTION Do not touch the transfer roller5 (black sponge roller) when wiping the paper

ramp3.

Area6 below is factory-applied with lubricating oil. When cleaning the paper

feed unit7, do not use alcohol to clean this area. If the oil is completely removed,

an incorrect action of the MP tray paper sensor (8, actuator) will result.

2

1

5

3

4

6

7

8

Figure 3-1-9 Cleaning the upper registration roller and the paper ramp


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(4) Replacing the developer

To remove the developer unit from the printer for shipment or replacing to a new one, it should be

handled following the instructions below.

After the replacement, new developer needs to be initialized in manner explained in the section

Developer initialization (Feeding toner into the new developer) on next page.

Shipping the developer

The printer is supplied with a plastic bag that should be retained for future shipment of the developer.

To pack the developer1 in the packing carton, first flap down the magnet roller protective cover

2. Put the developer1 into the supplied plastic bag3. Put the developer1 on the developer

install position4 of packing carton.

Figure 3-1-10 Shipping the developer

2

1

4

3


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(5) Developer initialization (Toner install mode)

The new developer unit is shipped from the factory with no toner contained. The developer can be

automatically replete with toner when a toner container is installed onto it and the printer is turned

on. However, because the toner reservoir in the developer has a large capacity, it requires a lengthy

period of time until a substantial amount of toner has been fed to get the printer ready. (A newdeveloper needs approximately 100 g for triggering the sensor inside.)

A great many seconds of time for this is greatly deducted by using the service menu in the printers

mode select routine as accessed by its operation panel. Follow these steps to use this feature, top to

bottom (For details, refer to section 2-3 Using the operator panel on page 2-19).

Perform in sequence Display to show Remarks

1 Press the MODE key.

2 Press the key (repeatedly).

3 Press the > key.


5 Press the > key.

6 Press the ENTER key.


8 Turn printer power

off then on.

When printer power is turned on again, the printer continually engages in this mode for a period of

approximately 15*1/8*2 minutes, after which the printer reverts to the ready state.

*1: Developer DV-60/DV-61 *2: Developer DV-62

The printer enters the service

mode and the developer and toner

motor are continually activated.

Others >

>Service >

>>Developer

Ready

>>Developer?

Note: To cancel the toner install

mode during in this mode first

turn power off, press and hold

all three paper size switches, and

turn power on until message

changes to Ready.

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(6) Developer refreshing mode

This mode is used to eliminate light printing problems. Once activated, the toner in the developer

unit is enforced to be sent onto the drum unit, collected back in the waste toner bnottls. At the same

time the new toner is fed in the developer so that the developer unit is refilled with new toner. Once

activated, the printer will keep engaged in this mode and be running for an average of 60 minutes.

NOTE The amount of the (old) toner replaced and collected in the waste toner bottle

will be approximately 100 g. The waste toner bottole consequently become full

and must be replaced with a new one.

Perform in sequence: Display shows:

1 Turn printer power on.

2Make sure the printer is Ready.

(Connect the printer to the computer using the parallel interface.

3 At the DOS prompt, send the following command to the printer:

>ECHO !R!EXTP 7,92;EXIT;>PRN

4 Turn printer power off, then on. The toner refreshing mode will

begin. The old toner will be rejected in the first approximately 20

minutes, followed by another 40 minutes interval in which the new

toner is fed in the developer unit.

5 Check that the display reverts to Ready.

(If the display shows Call service person99, refer to section 6-1-2Diagnostic (Service error messages) on page 6-11.

6 Print a page to check the print density.

(If the print density is too dark (gray background), change the

Print Density setting in the menu selection to 1 or 2 steps lighter.

(Default is 3.) Refer to printers Users Manual for details.

Ready

Print density

03

Please Wait

(Adding toner)

Ready

Paper sizeswitch

Note: To cancel the toner

refreshing mode first turn power

off, press and hold all three

paper size switches, and turn

power on until message changes

to Ready.


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(7) Drum cleaning mode

This mode enforces the printer to rotate the drum against the cleaning roller inside the drum unit for

a predetermined period of time. The cleaning roller then removes dust and debris that may have

resulted from dew condensation on the drum.

The printer automatically activates the drum cleaning mode based on the environmental conditions

as the temperature/humidity sensor detects. The time required to complete the drum cleaning mode

varies depending on the current setting for the sleep timer and will be deactivated during the developer

initialization.

The drum cleaning mode is also activated manually by following the steps below:

Perform in sequence Display to show Remarks

1 Press the MODE key.


3 Press the > key.

4 Press the key. (repeatedly).

5 Press the > key.


7 Press the ENTER key. Drum is cleaned by the cleaning

blade in the drum unit. If paper is

present on the MP tray, the drum

is also cleaned by that the paper

which is fed automatically and

stops at the transfer roller.

Others >

>Service >

>>Drum

>>Drum?


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3-1-4 Updating the firmware

Updating the engine and controller firmware is possible by downloading the firmware through the

parallel interface or through the memory card (CompactFlash). These firmware programs are directly

overwritten in the flash ROM (U202) on the printers engine board or system DIMM [board KP-

777*1/KP-858*2] (Flash ROM type only) on the main board. *1: FS-1800/1800N *2: FS-3800/3800N

The operator panel message in different languages can also be downloaded, but through the parallel

interface only.

NOTE Controller system DIMM: Firmware update is possible with flash ROM type

system DIMM [board] only. Masked type system DIMM [board] can not be

overwritten. Check the type of the system DIMM [board] used on the main

board by referring to the figure below.

If the DIMM has a Kyocera logo and firmware version label, the DIMM is a

masked-type and can not be updated. To update firmware for this type of

system DIMM, replace the DIMM.

Figure 3-1-11 Engine flash ROM (U202) and masked type system DIMM [board]

Engine flash ROM: The engine flash ROM (U202) is directly mounted on the

engine board. Updating the engine firmware is possible only by downloading

the data in the manner described in the following sections.

Main board

Engine boardSystem DIMM [board]

Flash ROM (U202)

Masked typesystem DIMM [board]

Firmware version

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Kyocera supplies the following types of data for updating firmware of the different purposes:

Controller firmware

Engine firmware

Operator panel message data

(1) Firmware program data format

The data to be downloaded are supplied in the following format:

de3730.dat1 2 3 4

Identifies...

1

2

3

4

Engine firmware data

System firmware data

Operator panel message data

FS-1800 and FS-1800N

FS-3800 and FS-3800N

Version of data (2 to 4 digits)

Engine or Controller firmware data

Operator panel message data for Danish

Operator panel message data for Swedish

Operator panel message data for ItalianOperator panel message data for Spanish

Operator panel message data for Portuguese

Operator panel message data for Russian

Operator panel message data for Polish

Operator panel message data for Czech

de

dm

37

38

30

dat

dan

swe

Itaspa

por

rus

Documents

Kyocera FS-1800, 3800 Service Manual